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By this stage of his second career, Matt Hancock probably hoped to be doing bigger things. He’d been punched in the face by the retired footballer, Jermaine Pennant. He’d been to the Australian jungle to beg for a forgiveness that never quite arrived. Why hadn’t Strictly come calling? Why do all his mates seem to be making fortunes out of podcasting, while here he was staring down the barrel of another hard day of straight-to-YouTube labour down at the Covid inquiry? He arrived in the sub-zero temperatures in one of those achingly on-trend coats with in-built zip-up gilet, pulled right up under his chin. Psychoanalysts might say he looked like a man desperately trying to keep it all in when so much of it needsA federal lawmaker, Mustapha Tijjani, has called for the adoption of a homeschooling model as a solution to the challenges of poor access to education in the country. Homeschooling is an educational method in which parents or private tutors educate their children at home instead of sending them to traditional schools. Consequently, lawmakers have sponsored two bills that were recently introduced on the floor of the Green Chamber. The bills are the “Compulsory, Free Universal Basic Education Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024 and “Child’s Rights Act (Amendment) Bill, 2024.” The Compulsory, Free Universal Basic Education Act aims to provide a legal framework for homeschooling, addressing issues of access, quality, and inclusivity in education. In an interview with journalists on Friday, Tijjani, who represents Albasu/Gaya/Ajingi Federal Constituency of Kano State, explained the bill’s motivation, citing the lessons learnt during COVID-19. He said, “In the advanced world, children are not hindered; their education has not been hindered. But in this part of Africa and Nigeria in particular, the educational system has been hindered. This shouldn’t have been because a child should have a right to education.” He added that when a child is not learning at his/her formative stage, the intelligence quotient would be affected, thereby altering his/her future prospects. The New Nigeria People’s Party lawmaker lamented the huge number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, stressing that homeschooling can help bridge the gap. “The bill gives parents the option to educate their children at home, either by hiring a local teacher or teaching them personally, using the Nigerian curriculum,” he said. Related News Reps back bills to boost digital, technical education NWF prioritises wrestlers’ education ahead of national trials 2025 budget: Kano varsity applauds gov for 31% allocation to education He added that this initiative would benefit vulnerable children, including those in remote areas and Almajiri children, by providing them with opportunities for formal education. The lawmaker highlighted the potential economic advantages of homeschooling, saying, “Parents who choose homeschooling reduce the strain on government infrastructure and resources. It also minimises costs associated with uniforms, transportation, and other school-related expenses.” He also spoke on the moral dimension of the homeschooling model, noting that parents can better monitor their children’s moral development and shield them from negative influences often encountered in schools. “There are issues of immorality that happen in our primary and secondary schools. Therefore, we have to protect that. Parents do try as much as possible to give their children morals, to give them a good attitude,” he added. When asked about the challenges of implementing homeschooling, including the cost of technology and data for online learning, Tijjani clarified that the bill incorporates both online and traditional homeschooling methods. “Parents don’t necessarily need to connect to online platforms. They can follow the Nigerian curriculum with the help of local teachers or by teaching their children directly,” he said. Addressing concerns about a potential decline in educational standards, the Kano lawmaker argued that homeschooling could enhance quality by allowing personalised and focused learning. “Public schools often have overcrowded classrooms, making it hard for teachers to give individual attention. Homeschooling creates an environment where children can receive one-on-one guidance,” he said. He further added that the bill is not meant to replace conventional schooling but to act as an alternative form of learning. “It is optional. Parents who prefer conventional schools can continue, but those unable to afford it can now have a legal option to educate their children at home,” he said.
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Franklin Resources Inc. stock underperforms Friday when compared to competitorsAs watchmakers celebrated anniversaries of iconic models, 2024 saw an array of limited editions and upgraded timepieces released throughout the year. Audemars Piguet Firstly, the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet marked its fifth anniversary. Introduced in 2019, the initial collection included 13 references such as a tourbillon, a perpetual calendar, and a minute repeater supersonnerie. The enigmatic name "Code 11.59" stands for Challenge, Own, Dare, Evolve, while 11.59 symbolises one minute before midnight -- a moment of transition into a new day. Audemars Piguet's design team collaborated with guilloché craftsman Yann von Kaenel to reimagine the dial, which debuted on stainless steel models launched last year. The updated aesthetic now graces seven new watches in 18-carat pink gold, available in 38mm and 41mm diameters. Meticulously engraved by hand, the base dies feature concentric circles reminiscent of ripples on water. These circles are further adorned with hundreds of tiny holes, which interact beautifully with light. The dials are then coloured using a PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) or galvanic process, preserving and accentuating the contours formed during stamping. The palette includes a captivating green, a luminous light blue, and "Bleu Nuit, Nuage 50". A black dial paired with a pink-gold and black-ceramic case lends the Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Selfwinding Chronograph 41mm a bold, contemporary look. Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton celebrated a decade of its Escale collection with a trilogy of métiers d'art timepieces and four new time-only watches, enriching a line traditionally known for its complications. The design draws inspiration from the maison's trunk-making heritage. The rose-gold three-hand models feature silvery or blue dials, whose textures evoke the finely-grained surface of the Louis Vuitton Monogram canvas. The 39mm case incorporates lugs resembling the angled, riveted brass brackets of Louis Vuitton trunks. At each quarter, angled and riveted gold markers secure the central dial and outer minuterie, whose gold studs mimic the nails along the trunks' lozine. An octagonal crown topped with a dome, resembling a trunk rivet, bears the Louis Vuitton Monogram. The platinum Escale model boasts a Gibeon meteorite dial, while a diamond-set variation features a black onyx dial. Each piece showcases the expertise at La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton. The self-winding mechanical movement is certified by the Geneva Observatory as a high-precision Swiss chronometer. Patek Philippe Patek Philippe commemorated the 25th anniversary of its Twenty~4 collection with a striking new purple-dial edition. Designed as an elegant, all-day companion for active women, the Twenty~4 was Patek Philippe's first exclusively feminine line. The original quartz model from 1999 featured a rectangular, art-deco-inspired "manchette" or cuff design. In 2018, Patek Philippe introduced the Twenty~4 Automatic with a round case. For its silver jubilee, the cuff-style quartz model appears in a rose gold case adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds. The purple dial is crafted through a meticulous process: embossing a concentric wave pattern onto the plate, coating it with successive layers of translucent purple lacquer, and finishing with a clear lacquer. Once polished, the result is a dial with striking depth and subtle light effects. A. Lange & Söhne The 1990s revival of A. Lange & Söhne included the launch of the Lange 1 in 1994. To celebrate the model's 30th anniversary, the German brand unveiled limited editions of the Lange 1 and Little Lange 1, with diameters of 38.5mm and 36.8mm, respectively. 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ANN ARBOR, Michigan (AP) — Michigan defensive lineman Kenneth Grant is skipping his final college season to enter the NFL draft. Grant, a key part of the Wolverines’ 2023 national championship team, announced his decision Thursday on X, formerly known as Twitter. Fellow Michigan interior lineman Mason Graham had already declared for the draft. Both are projected as likely first-round picks. The 6-foot-3, 339-pound Grant was a third-team Associated Press All-American. He had 32 tackles, 6 1/2 tackles for loss and a pair of fumble recoveries. Grant helped Michigan upset Ohio State in the Big Ten regular-season finale, making four tackles. Cornerback Will Johnson and tight end Colston Loveland have also declared for the draft leading up to Michigan’s game against No. 11 Alabama in the ReliaQuest Bowl. ___ Get poll alerts and updates on the AP Top 25 throughout the season. Sign up here . AP college football: https://apnews.com/hub/ap-top-25-college-football-poll and https://apnews.com/hub/college-football
If the thought of a cranberry vodka slush or frozen hot chocolate raises your holiday spirits high, then Walmart might have exactly what you want to see underneath your Christmas tree . The Ninja SLUSHi 3-in-1 Professional Frozen Drink Maker is back in stock at Walmart, and it doesn’t come with the typical $300 price tag that you’ll see on the Ninja website (or at retailers like Kohl’s and Target, when it’s actually in stock). This Walmart-exclusive special edition SLUSHi is marked down from $300 to $249, for a total $51 savings, and you can’t find it anywhere else. Shop Walmart’s full Black Friday sale now. With Ninja’s proprietary RapidChill Technology, you can turn your favorite cold drinks into frosty delights in just 15 minutes. The machine works by swirling liquids around a chilling cylinder and adjusting the temperature and texture to get a perfect, smooth consistency without any ice. The 72-ounce version is perfect for smaller kitchens, but also just as suitable for people who can appreciate a frozen bevvy once in a while, but don’t need to have everything they’re drinking on the frozen side. Instead of the larger 88-ounce iteration that has five presets — Slush, Spiked Slush, Milkshake, Frappé and Frozen Juice — this one just has the Slush, Spiked Slush and Milkshake. So, if you’re not a frozen ‘snow salt chococcino’ connoisseur or a fan of icy juices, then you definitely don’t need to have the bigger slush machine. You can still everything from cranberry orange slushies to candy cane mocha iced martinis and even gingerbread milkshakes or fizzy and frozen pomegranate champagne floats. Whether you’re hosting a party or just enjoying a cozy night in during the busy holiday season, your Ninja SLUSHi will be the biggest conversation piece in your kitchen. I say this, too, because it has been a major hit in mine ever since I got it in August. I can’t wait to make some “toasted elves” (think: amaretto, coffee liquor, vodka and chocolate syrup) when we’re putting up our tree in the next few weeks! Shop the Ninja SLUSHi 72 oz. 3-Programs Professional Frozen Drink Maker for $249 at Walmart here. And keep these other Ninja deals in mind, as well. Ninja Blast 16-Ounce Personal Portable Blender for $40, instead of $50 Ninja THIRSTi Drink System for $119, instead of $169 Ninja 5-Preset CREAMi Ice Cream Maker for $149, instead of $199 The Best Black Friday Deals in 2024 Amazon is having a secret sale on the GE Profile smart indoor smoker that makes it even cheaper for Black Friday Amazon has this enormous 77-inch Samsung OLED 4K TV on sale for $900 off in an unbeatable Black Friday deal Walmart has this giant JBL Partybox speaker on sale for a whopping $201 off for Black Friday — but this deal won’t last 31 Black Friday mattress sales to shop, including holiday deals from Walmart, Amazon, Sealy, Serta and more Amazon has Hey Dude sneakers on sale for up to 59% off for Black Friday Our journalism needs your support. Please subscribe today to NJ.com . Danielle Halibey can be reached at dhalibey@njadvancemedia.com . Have a tip? Tell us at nj.com/tips .Ombudsman to investigate delay in sending social assistance cheques amid post strike - Castanet.net
By Ja'han Jones Barack Obama delivered a speech about the importance of pluralism at his foundation’s Democracy Forum in Chicago on Thursday. There’s a decent chance you missed it — and he knows why that’s likely the case. The former president said he received “groans and eye rolls” from friends when he told them he’d be speaking about democracy and pluralism, adding: And it’s understandable, after all; here in the United States we have just been through a fierce, hard-fought election, and it’s fair to say it did not turn out as they hoped. And for them, talk of bridging our differences when the country and the world seem so bitterly divided felt like an academic exercise. The crux of Obama’s speech was that democracy in a diverse nation is difficult and requires compromise — but is ultimately worth the effort. In that sense, it was a quintessential Obama speech, and like others he’s given on similar themes, this one was heavy on the “can’t we all just get along” ethos that has made the former president both an incomparably successful politician and, for some, a deeply frustrating ally in activism. And he admitted that belief in this principle is hard to sell at a time when it seems many voters don’t care about democracy at all. His tone here was a bit more realistic than the optimistic Obama many tend to think of . Obama was still hopeful , for example, when speaking about organizers who’ve devised innovative ways to unite people around important issues. But he also talked about how, historically, it’s been easier for white people to embrace democratic values when they don’t have to worry about how those values will also benefit nonwhite people — and I’d argue that is a key conflict in our increasingly diverse nation now. And Obama was pretty straightforward about the obstacles to liberalism’s survival in the U.S., including a social media–obsessed society that encourages ideological silos and blatant efforts to undermine democracy. For example, he said: What happens when the other side has repeatedly and abundantly made clear they’re not interested in playing by the rules? It’s a problem. And when that happens, we fight for what we believe in. There are going to be times, potentially, when one side tries to stack the deck and lock in a permanent grip on power, either by actively suppressing votes, or politicizing the armed forces, or using the judiciary or criminal justice system to go after their opponents. And in those circumstances, pluralism does not call for us to just stand back and say, ‘Well, I’m not sure that’s OK.’ In those circumstances, a line has been crossed, and we have to stand firm and speak out and organize and mobilize as forcefully as we can. At one point, Obama said the political reforms he’d like to see — like nonpartisan redistricting, which he said would weaken polarization — are probably not going to happen “anytime soon,” given the current political environment. But he warned about the need to build coalitions to prevent the rise of politicians who exploit divisions and direct violence against their political enemies and suppress free speech. I can see how a liberal might hear these things and feel despondent, like their hero has lost all hope. But I heard a Barack Obama who seems to be smoldering with a bit of political rage. The old Obama motivated people with optimism for what the country could be if they come together. This current version seems ready to motivate them with a warning about what can happen if they don’t. Ja'han Jones is The ReidOut Blog writer. He's a futurist and multimedia producer focused on culture and politics. His previous projects include "Black Hair Defined" and the "Black Obituary Project."